Andrew Kennedy - Almost Black - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

An edition combining the art of two pianistic giants of the modern era, the much- admired, endlessly-versatile André Previn and the world-renowned Italian master Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli. Across three marvellous solo piano albums and his first recording of George Gershwin's immortal 'Rhapsody in Blue', Previn displays a unique affinity with the Great American Songbook. These recordings were originally made for Lester Koenig's Contemporary tag more than six decades ago, when they were received with enthusiasm. The passage of time only serves to further illuminate Previn's remarkable insight and sensitivity. One cannot help but be moved by his interpretations of the work of the songwriters Harold Arlen, Vernon Duke and Jerome Kern; in whose output he finds lyricism, colour and swing. These recordings are a dream; up there with the best work of Previn's entire career. Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli is regarded one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century. A musical aristocrat in a class of his own. A perfectionist. The pearl-like precision of his playing caught the ear of many in the jazz fraternity, including Bill Evans who was an ardent admirer. Michelangeli's Debussy is incomparable. At Abbey Road he made Ravel's Piano Concerto his own and the live recordings made in London, Turin and Prague before spellbound audiences are the stuff of legend; extraordinary depth of feeling, a magical world of sensuality.

Andrew Kennedy - Midnight Songs [COMPACT DISCS] date 07/27/2010

From Me to You is Andrew Sandoval's fourth album. Laden with Beach Boys like harmonies (courtesy of Brian Wilson Band members Nelson Bragg and Probyn Gregory), rich acoustic tones and real strings, this record has been described as his best yet. The whole package has a nostalgic feeling from the warm analog production to the unique gatefold Mini-LP sleeve; with custom poster. Sandoval is known not only as a singer/songwriter, but also as a collaborator with Dave Davies of the Kinks, author of the definitive book on the Monkees and host of the '60s inspired weekly radio program, Come to the Sunshine. His myriad of pop culture exploits have won Andrew an international cult following that continues to grow and grow.